NJ4S Assistant Director

About the Role

Under the direction of the Hub Director, the Assistant Director oversees the staff and activities of the Hub office and operational unit(s) responsible for providing general administrative and/or fiscal management activities, program policy and planning services, along with varied social, community, and/or education-related services for the region. Provides supervisory oversight and management of the Hub staff and the model to ensure alignment with program procedures and the DCF Operations Manual. Assists the Director in the development of the program's administrative and programmatic operations. Develops and maintains partnerships and collaborations with school districts and community resources and ensures program availability, opportunities, and successes are marketed to promote program sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementation of programs in schools and communities.
• Establishing alliances with organizations that have similar or allied goals, such as school boards, local law enforcement, healthcare providers, community centers, and service providers.
• Serving as a customer service role model to ensure a positive relationship in interactions with all participants, schools, and the community.
• Providing supervision to a team of prevention specialists who will provide trainings and workshops to the community and youth.
• Implementing evidence-based prevention services and curriculum fidelity.
• Supervising the program team.
• Developing a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the program and to identify areas for improvement.
• Developing and effectively managing program timelines to achieve grant deliverables.
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with partners, funders, and stakeholders.
• Participating in strategic planning activities and executive management meetings/trainings.
• Leading and facilitating internal and external meetings with staff, school partners, community stakeholders, and other NJ4S partners.
• Delivering engaging presentations, workshops, informational sessions, and program overviews to diverse audiences, including school administrators, educators, parents/caregivers, students, community partners, and professional groups.
• Representing NJ4S at conferences, community events, stakeholder meetings, networking events, and other public forums.
• Ensuring the collection and easy access of programmatic information such as, but not limited to, program outcomes, number of people served, etc.
• Coordinating the delivery of services among different program activities to increase effectiveness and efficiency.

Staffing Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Director of NJ4S, recruit, interview, and select well-qualified program staff.
• Ensure compliance and model by example Prevention Links' human resources policies, procedures, and practices.
• Complete regular performance evaluations.
• Meet with staff (one-on-ones, team meetings, etc.) to understand and troubleshoot challenges they are facing.
• Ensure all team members receive proper onboarding and offboarding.
• Ensure all team members receive appropriate training.
• Supervise the team by providing direction, input, and performance feedback in real time.

Core Competencies

• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values and culture of the agency.
• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the agency.
• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with the team to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance agency effectiveness.
• Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the agency.
• Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the agency.
• Plan: In collaboration with the Division Director, develop strategies to move the agency forward, set goals, create and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and results.
• Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform work responsibilities in various locations.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be sensitive, flexible, and responsive to gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other special needs as reflected in the ability to communicate with staff and/or clients.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and possess basic computer skills. Knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.
• Must be available to attend weekend and evening meetings and events as required.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must possess the time management skills necessary to organize and manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and New Jersey.
• Must possess the ability to serve as a representative of Prevention Links, upholding the agency's expectation of excellence and collaboration.
• Must maintain an understanding of all programs, grants, and projects offered by Prevention Links.
• Must adhere to Prevention Links administrative, reporting, and recordkeeping guidelines to support accurate documentation of activities.
• Must participate in all agency-required training.
• Must be able to speak and write English.
• Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Must possess a valid New Jersey Driver's License and an independent mode of transportation.
• Must complete all other duties and tasks as requested by the CEO or Deputy Director.

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., counseling, public administration, social work, etc.).
• At least five (5) years' experience in community organizing, developing community partnerships, and project management.
• Five (5) years of experience analyzing, monitoring, maintaining, or implementing social service, community service, evidence-based programs, or any other human support/assistance program, three (3) of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Pay

$75,000–$80,000 yearly salary.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Must be available evenings and weekends as needed to meet contract deliverables. Domestic travel may be required; local, independent travel is required.